Unholy Health
Welcome to Unholy Health, where wellness myths go to die, and real talk reigns supreme. We’re here to cut through the BS, exposing the cult-like rituals, absurd trends, and downright dangerous practices that the wellness industry doesn’t want you to question. Hosted by skeptics who’ve seen it all, each episode dives into the bizarre and the controversial, delivering sharp insights with a dose of dark humor. Whether you’re a wellness junkie or a wellness skeptic, prepare to have your beliefs challenged, your mind opened, and your routine shaken up. This isn’t your average health podcast—this is Unholy Health.
Episodes
Wellness is crowded with claims. Fibre lowering cancer risk, fluoride protecting teeth, strength training keeping muscle. These are built on evidence and they hold. Then come the rest. Lemon water detox, parasite cleanses, oil pulling, hydrogen water. They collapse the moment you press them. This episode is a stress test.
Some rituals earn their place. Others bel...
Vitamins are sold as the basics of health. C for your skin, D for your bones, B12 for your brain. Without them the body folds in on itself. They are the quiet machinery that keeps you upright, the line between strength and collapse. Which is why they get treated as harmless.
But too much twists the promise. B6 hides in pills, powders, and fortified drinks until ne...
Pain used to be something we treated. Now it’s something we market.
This episode dives into how trauma, discomfort, and the fear of suffering have become trillion-dollar industries. From opiates and antidepressants to ayahuasca retreats, ice baths, and TikTok tarot. We talk pharmaceutical trapdoors, rebound headaches, and why we keep inventing new ways to hurt ou...
Why do humans need something, anything, to believe in? In this episode, we dive into belief in all its forms: gods, tarot cards, morning rituals, and the little personal superstitions that help us feel in control when life makes no sense. We talk about manifestation, spirituality as the new religion, TikTok fame as a brush with the divine, and why some people trade church pews for crystals and cla...
Everyone’s optimising. But for what, exactly? In this episode, we dive into the cult of enhancement—from sketchy nootropics to off-label injections and the quiet terror of not knowing what you’ve just swallowed. We talk TikTok snake oil, the pills that nearly killed us, and why some people are more afraid of hunger than heart failure. Supplements, drugs, biohacks—at this point, the categories blur. So does your vision. Welcome to w...
How much are you spending to convince yourself you're healthy—or at least appear that way? This week, we take aim at the exorbitant price tags of wellness rituals, exploring the irony of spending hundreds, if not thousands, on trendy products that might do little more than offer a placebo effect. From Erewhon's $40 gourmet ice and overhyped Hailey Bieber smoothies to influencers who mask vanity as virtue, ...
In this episode, we delve into the bizarre and often absurd world of viral wellness trends. We react to the extreme morning routine of fitness influencer Ash...
They sold us dark chocolate as a health food. They told us red wine would make us live forever. Now it’s psychic vampire sprays, NMN pills, detox socks, and sparkling-water facials. Welcome to the absurd world of cure-alls — ancient snake oil, now with better branding.
In this episode, we dive into the fantasy of panaceas: the idea that there’s ...
Hustle culture is dead—or is it just reincarnated, wearing different shoes?
In this episode, we tear into the myth of looking busy versus actually getting anything done. From folding tablecloths in a dead-end retail job to the slow, strange death of the 9-to-5, we talk about how the obsession with "appearing productive" still haunts offices, hom...
Some billionaire biohacker wants to outlast the heat death of the universe. We’re skeptical. In this episode, we dissect the obsession with longevity—caloric restriction, blue zones, anti-fragility, and why intermittent fasting is often just an excuse for eating garbage later.
Would you really want to live forever? What happens when your friends are gone, the wor...
Positivity is Great Until it’s Poison: In this episode of Unholy Health, we take a scalpel to the glossy facade of toxic positivity, that cult-like demand to “stay positive” no matter what. From New Year’s resolutions to wellness influencers peddling overpriced journals and dreams, we dissect how positivity—when forced—becomes a gaslighty prison. Real human emotions like fear, sadness, and anger? They’re the unsung heroes keeping u...
This week’s episode dives into the rise of therapy and its transformation from a niche practice to something everyone seems to be doing. We explore what’s behind the trend—Is it just a social media phenomenon? A shift in cultural values? Or have we all simply decided it’s okay to ask for help?
With humor and candor, we unpack the many faces of therapy—from psychologists and psychiatrists to physical therapies and even the more unco...
Fasting isn’t just about skipping meals—it’s about tuning in. In this unapologetically raw episode, Amber sits down with Max, a self-proclaimed cycle-syncing guru who transformed her health by fasting and training according to her hormones. From ditching the "just be one of the boys" fitness mindset to unlocking the surprising perks of a two-day water fast, Max spills it all.
We’re talking real talk: fewer PMS symptoms, clearer sk...
Welcome to Unholy Health Episode 6, where Amber and The Unnamed Host are joined by Luke, a seasoned one-meal-a-day (OMAD) aficionado. We dive headfirst into the ups, downs, and baffling brain gains of intermittent fasting. Luke shares how OMAD fuels his neurons and keeps his gut in check, while Amber hilariously reflects on how fasting wrecks her psyche, thanks to a modeling past marred by restrictive eating. We dissect TikTok myth...
In this episode, we dig into the detox debate—what it really means and whether trends like juice cleanses, infrared saunas, and alkaline diets are worth your time. We break down how your liver, kidneys, and lungs handle toxins daily without help from those detox teas, and we debunk the myth that sweating in a sauna does much more than release water and a bit of salt. We also explore sketchier detox fads, like Miracle Mineral Supple...
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In this episode of Unholy Health, we dissect the rise of morning routines and how they've morphed into near cult-like rituals. From the infamous 5 AM Club to extreme wellness practices, we explore the societal pressure to conform to these routines, their origins in religious rituals, and whether they truly hold any value. Join us as we question the myths, share personal experiences, and uncover the truth behind the trend. Plus, we ...
In this episode, we dive into the elusive concept of balance in the wellness world. What does it truly mean to be balanced? Is it even achievable? We explore the narratives around balance—whether it's about food, lifestyle, or social media’s portrayal of the perfect routine. Is "balance" simply another buzzword, or is there a deeper understanding? We talk restrictive diets, gut health, and why cheat meals don't always add up. Plus,...
An introduction to the Unholy Health Podcast. Who we are, where we come from, what we're going to be talking about and why. In this episode we discuss traditional energy drinks and why they don't help you focus or keep you well, explore some safe and conventional wellness tips and practices and some less conventional ones. From ice baths to banana diets to artificial sweeteners that are dangerous to your dog. We got you.
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